Core Insights - Thunderobot Technology will showcase its 2026 product lineup at CES 2026, featuring gaming laptops, mini PCs, and esports peripherals powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 3 processor, highlighting its hardware strategy for esports in the AI era [1][6] Product Highlights - The ZERO Air is one of the lightest gaming laptops globally, weighing approximately 1.6 kg, and offers dual full-power performance based on the Intel Panther Lake platform, showcasing significant energy efficiency improvements [3] - The Machenike F1 is an FPS controller designed for first-person shooters, featuring an ultra-high polling rate of 8000Hz, 12 optical micro-switch triggers, and hot-swappable switches for a customizable gaming experience [3] - The THUNDEROBOT BLACKWARRIOR Focusound Monitor integrates Audfly acoustic technology, providing a personal sound field without headphones, ensuring sound is directed to the user while remaining inaudible to others [4] - The aibook 14 Pro is a lightweight multifunctional laptop with a carbon-fiber chassis, weighing around 1.0 kg [5] - The THUNDEROBOT MIX G2 is a mini PC equipped with a GeForce RTX™ 5090 laptop GPU, while the Machenike MINI GTS features the Ultra 9 Processor 285H [5] - The Shadow Hunter EX68 is an FPS gaming keyboard utilizing exclusive analog optical switch technology [5] Company Overview - Established in 2014, Thunderobot Technology focuses on high-performance gaming hardware and a comprehensive esports ecosystem, with operations in 45 countries and regions, achieving a brand value of approximately $3 billion [6]

Core Viewpoint - Doubao Mobile Assistant has adjusted its AI capabilities to restrict usage in three specific scenarios: score manipulation, financial applications, and gaming applications [1][7]. Group 1: Product Launch and Market Response - Doubao Mobile Assistant was launched on December 1, in collaboration with ZTE, using the Nubia M153 model as a customized technology showcase [3]. - The product's main selling point is its automation capabilities for daily apps, including food delivery, flight booking, and price comparison [3]. - Within four days of launch, the AI phone sold out, with resale prices on second-hand platforms reaching as high as 12,900 yuan for a device originally priced at 3,499 yuan [3]. - Rental services for the Doubao phone are also emerging, with daily rental fees reaching 1,600 yuan [3]. Group 2: Restrictions and Compliance Issues - Users have reported using Doubao Mobile Assistant for activities like video watching for rewards and gaming, which have now been restricted by the company [7]. - The official explanation for these restrictions is to maintain the integrity of user interactions and ensure fairness in gaming scenarios [7]. - Financial applications such as Taobao and major banks have encountered issues where Doubao Mobile Assistant cannot log in or complete transactions, leading to a temporary suspension of its operational capabilities in these areas [7]. - The initial warning came from WeChat, which flagged users for abnormal login environments, prompting Doubao to disable related functionalities [7]. Group 3: Technical and Compliance Challenges - The AI assistant relies on screen reading and simulation operations, utilizing large model recognition and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) [8]. - Most apps have not participated in the authorization process, leading to security measures that restrict automated tools [8]. - The isolation system in mobile operating systems prevents apps from accessing each other's data, which the AI assistant's screen reading capabilities bypass [8]. - Doubao is actively seeking to communicate with application developers to establish clearer rules and avoid blanket restrictions on AI usage [8].

（原标题：豆包手机助手正式调整，限制AI刷流量、代打游戏、付款交易） 21世纪经济报道记者肖潇 北京报道 12月5日上午，"豆包手机助手"发布最新公告称，已调整其 AI 操作手机的能力，重点对三类场景作出限制：刷分刷激励、金融类使用以及游戏类 使用。 豆包手机助手于12月1日上线。官方介绍其与中兴通讯合作，以努比亚M153 机型为载体推出，属于定制的技术展示"工程机"。其核心卖点在于对 日常 App 的自动化操作，包括点外卖、订机票、比价购物。甚至在媒体测评中，AI还可以代替回复微信消息、操作小程序游戏。 发布四天内，这款 AI 手机即被抢购一空。21记者注意到，在用户交流群中，有人使用豆包手机助手在拼多多刷视频领"金币"，在抖音极速版获 取流量激励，以及尝试让 AI 代打《王者荣耀》。 目前豆包对这些场景均做出了限制。官方解释，部分App厂商推出激励机制的初衷，是鼓励真实用户的主动交互行为，不希望此类设计被AI领 取。而在游戏场景及竞技排名，为保证公平性，因此也暂时下线了部分游戏的 AI 操作能力。 在金融场景中，豆包同样遭遇阻碍。淘宝、中国农业银行、中国建设银行等 App 中已经出现了 豆包手机助手无法登 ...

Core Viewpoint - The iPhone 17 Pro has made significant improvements in imaging experience compared to its predecessors, but it has removed the night mode feature in portrait mode, which was previously available in earlier models [1][3]. Group 1: Camera Features - The iPhone 17 Pro features a new "Center Stage" front camera and an upgraded rear triple-camera system with 48 million pixels, along with new software functionalities like "Dual Capture" [3]. - Users have reported the absence of the night mode feature in portrait mode, which was a popular function for low-light portrait photography [3][6]. - Since 2020, all Pro series models have supported night mode in portrait photography, making the removal in the iPhone 17 Pro an unusual decision [6]. Group 2: User Impact - The lack of night mode in portrait mode may lead to a downgrade in functionality for users who heavily rely on this feature when upgrading to the iPhone 17 Pro [6]. - If user feedback is strong enough, the company may consider reintroducing the feature through a software update in the future [6].

Core Insights - The "Doubao Phone" has decided to temporarily withdraw its capability to operate financial apps, citing the need for "prudent adjustments" to align technology development with industry ecology [1][2] - The launch of the Doubao AI Assistant, which allows cross-application operations, has faced significant backlash from major apps like WeChat and Taobao, indicating a conflict between AI developers and existing app ecosystems [3][4] Group 1: Doubao Phone and AI Assistant - Doubao's announcement on December 5 highlights a shift in strategy to ensure safe AI operations, particularly in financial applications [1][2] - The Doubao AI Assistant, launched on December 1, was initially well-received, leading to a surge in demand and price inflation for the associated smartphone [2][3] - Users reported issues with the AI Assistant causing abnormal logouts from WeChat and other apps, raising concerns about security and operational integrity [3][4] Group 2: Industry Response and Implications - Major apps like WeChat and Taobao have implemented measures to block the Doubao AI Assistant, reflecting a defensive stance against third-party AI operations [4][5] - The situation underscores the challenges faced by third-party AI agents in gaining system-level permissions and accessing user data, which are tightly controlled by smartphone manufacturers [5][6] - High-profile firms like Xiaomi are highlighted as having a competitive advantage due to their integrated AI systems and established ecosystems, which are difficult for new entrants to disrupt [6][7] Group 3: Future of AI and App Ecosystems - The conflict initiated by Doubao reveals a broader struggle for control over AI as a new entry point in the digital landscape, potentially reshaping user interactions with applications [7][8] - The need for third-party app authorization poses significant barriers for AI agents, as existing apps are likely to maintain strict security measures to protect user data [9][10] - The ongoing evolution of AI agents is seen as a pivotal moment in the tech industry, with major players vying for dominance in a rapidly changing environment [10]

iPhone maker Apple Inc. has brought on former Meta Platform's Chief Legal Officer Jennifer Newstead as General Counsel, as incumbent Katherine (or Kate) Adams is set to depart from March 1, the company confirmed in a statement on 4 December.Besides changes with the legal head, Apple's governmental affairs executive Lisa Jackson, vice president for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives, is also set to retire next month in January 2026, it added.Notably, Adams will take over Government Affairs till her ...

Core Insights - The "Doubao Phone Assistant" team plans to implement regulatory adjustments to AI capabilities in mobile operations to ensure user safety and fair usage [1][2] Group 1: Regulatory Adjustments - The assistant will limit the use of score boosting and incentive collection in certain applications to prevent misuse of AI in incentivized interactions [1] - There will be further restrictions on financial applications, including banking and online payment, to prioritize user fund security, with the assistant temporarily disabling operations in these areas [1] - Certain gaming scenarios will also see limitations on AI usage to maintain fairness in competitive rankings [1] Group 2: Communication and Collaboration - The Doubao team is actively seeking in-depth communication with application developers to establish clear and predictable rules for AI operations, avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach [1] - The team aims to work collaboratively with relevant manufacturers to create a safe and standardized set of AI operational guidelines [1] Group 3: Product Launch - On December 1, ZTE announced the limited release of the nubia M153 smartphone featuring the "Doubao Phone Assistant Technology Preview" at a starting price of 3499 yuan [1] Group 4: Assistant Capabilities - The "Doubao Phone Assistant" redefines user interaction with smartphones by enabling multi-modal question answering and automatic price comparison across e-commerce platforms, while allowing users to take over during payment processes [2]

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